1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
Make | Berkeley | Daewoo |
Model | QB | Chairman |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |